ARLINGTON, Texas -

The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association has revealed that Automotive Finance Corp. became the association’s newest National Member Benefit partner.

Officials highlighted that AFC is one of the largest providers of floor plan financing to independent dealers in North America and the only commercial auto finance company named as a NIADA National Member Benefit partner.

“AFC offers best in class inventory finance solutions,” said Scott Lilja, vice president of member services for NIADA.

“AFC has worked with thousands of dealers over the past quarter century.  Many of our members have shared their stories about how AFC helped them start their businesses, providing the funding, solutions and expertise to better manage their dealerships and finance their growth,” Lilja continued.

“I can’t think of a better way for us to recognize and celebrate AFC’s 25 years of dedication and service to our dealer members than through this new alliance,” he went on to say.

AFC reiterated that it operates more than 100 branches with an experienced staff that knows the local market and understands its dealers’ unique business needs. The company’s inventory financing is available for dealer trades and is also accepted at nearly 1,000 auctions and inventory sources.

The company went on to mention AFC’s Web and mobile applications are designed to allow dealers to conduct business the way they want — in person at an AFC branch, online or on-the-run via mobile phone. 

“NIADA’s focus on helping its dealer members grow and improve their performance is perfectly aligned with AFC’s business approach,” stated Scott Danahey, AFC’s vice president of marketing and product management.

“We’re proud to be associated with NIADA and look forward to working with its 20,000 dealer members, many of whom we already know as long standing, valued AFC customers,” Danahey added.

NIADA encouraged its members to learn more about AFC by calling (888) 345-0600 or visiting AFCDealer.com. 

As the association mentioned, AFC is celebrating 25 years in business. Auto Remarketing looked back at the company’s history and shared the outlook offered by president and chief executive officer Don Gottwald in a feature available here.